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so that the heroic race proves to be a race of orators and sophists. That is easy to understand, but the case of men, and the reason why they are called men (ἄνθρωποι), is more difficult. Can you tell me what it is?

HermogenesNo, my friend, I cannot; and even if I might perhaps find out, I shall not try, because I think you are more likely to find out than I am.

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